
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Independence, OH from $600 (61 Rentals)
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4801 Turney Rd, Unit 3

Maple Highlands Apartments

Regency Apartments

10717 Park Heights Ave

Garfield Club Apartments

Parma Park East & West - Seniors 55+

Colony Club

Broadview Place

Maple Park
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Bedford Green Apartments

Midtown Towers

Garfield Villa Apartments

6908 Polonia Ave

7006 Clement Ave, Unit 4

The Vineyards

Rockside Place

10012 Greenview Ave

4885 Turney Rd

Valley Park Apartments
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8827 Park Heights Ave

9571 Grand Division Ave

Weeping Cherry Village

4913 E 85th St

9404 Cardwell Ave

10106 Greenview Ave

Seneca Broadview

Hummingbird Pointe & The Gardens

4072 E 64th St

Reserves at 1150 / Parma
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The Estates II Apartments

8104 Force Ave

Ridgewood House

10725 Vernon Ave

4434 Warner Rd

6900 Lofts

4305 E 71st St, Unit upstairs

10401 Homeworth Ave

10602 Langton Ave

Valley Plaza Apartments
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4924 E 85th St, Unit Up

7903 Jeffries Ave

10204 S Highland Ave

Vantage Pointe Apartments

Smartland One-3-One Apartments

Chesterfield Terrace

Broadview Gardens Apartments

Creekside Apartments

Timbers Apartments

Pleasant Valley Apartments
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Independence, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Studio Apartments | $955 | $675 | $1,728 |
| Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $930 | $665 | $1,210 |
| Independence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,155 | $750 | $2,310 |
| Independence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $1,095 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, OH is a Studio unit found at Valleyfield Apartments in the Walford neighborhood priced from $675. Parma Park East & West - Seniors 55+ in the Downtown Parma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valleyfield Apartments | 0 X 1 | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Parma Park East & West - Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Rockside Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Valley Park Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath MR | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Weeping Cherry Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Midtown Towers | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Seneca Broadview | Hampton | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
| Hummingbird Pointe & The Gardens | The Gardens – 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Ridgewood House | 101 - 1 Bdrm, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,004 |
| 4434 Warner Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, OH and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at 7903 Jeffries Ave in the in the South Broadway neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Independence apartment is the 4924 E 85th St Model at 4924 E 85th St, Unit Up starting at $1,200 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Cranwood Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7903 Jeffries Ave | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 4924 E 85th St, Unit Up | 4924 E 85th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 4434 Warner Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Valley Plaza Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath HT FT | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Colony Club | Kensington | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 6900 Lofts | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Seneca Broadview | Grayton | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Rockside Place | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Midtown Towers | Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Parma Park East & West - Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment is $835 at Valleyfield Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Independence is starting from $960 at Seneca Broadview.
What is the most affordable Independence Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Independence Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rockside Place and starts from $1,180.
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